Fury is one of the candidates to claim the coveted award during the awards ceremony in Belfast on Sunday evening.

But ahead of the star-studded ceremony, Fury continued his remarkable tirade of comments by suggesting that he should win because he is "super sexy".

Speaking to LBC before he boarded his plane to Northern Ireland - the first flight Fury has ever been on - Wladimir Klitschko's conquerer suggested he is not phased by the negative media attention he has received in recent weeks.

He said: “If the press want to write negative stuff about me then I’m happy for them, just crack on. If they want more negative stuff just come and see me I’ve got plenty more in my cupboard.

Mo Farah - Athletics

It ensured he now has seven global titles - four more than any other British athlete. Farah also broke the European half marathon record in March - a month after smashing the indoor two-mile world record.

Alongside the success, there have been controversies with Farah's coach Alberto Salazar alleged to have been guilty of doping offences at the Nike Oregon Project. Farah was not accused of any wrongdoing as Salazar was later cleared.

Odds: 80/1

Chris Froome - Cycling

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After being hampered by injuries and crashes during 2014, Froome was back to his best this year.

Another outstanding display saw him claim his second Tour de France in July joining some prestigious names as a multiple winner. A broken foot prevented him from winning the Vuelta a Espana title.

His performances came into question when he missed two drugs tests but denied taking anything that would enhance his performance.

Tyson Fury - Boxing

The Mancunian became Britain's fifth heavyweight world champion after being awarded a unanimous decision.

Despite being the clear underdog, he delivered a fantastic display in Dusseldorf to stun Klitschko and take the WBA, IBF and WBO crowns.

A furore followed his inclusion on the shortlist after Fury was accused of making homophobic and sexist comments in the media, with a petition being launched to remove him from the running for tonight's prize.